MLB proposes delaying salary cap until 2028; union swiftly rejects latest CBA offer
The league's willingness to push a cap-and-floor system to 2028 is a concession aimed at bridging labor talks, but the MLBPA rejected the proposal immediately,
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Mariners name Cubs farm director Jason Kanzler manager, replacing fired Dan Wilson
Seattle turns to a first-time manager from Chicago's player development ranks after dismissing Wilson.
Mlbtraderumors · +6 outlets
Tarik Skubal trade and contract speculation dominates start of free agency
Rival clubs including the Yankees and Cubs are weighing runs at the Tigers ace, whose next deal could set pitching records.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Ex-MLB All-Star Mark Teixeira wins election to U.S. House in Texas
The three-time All-Star and World Series champion moves from baseball to Congress representing Texas' 21st District.
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Eight players receive $23.15M qualifying offers, including Bednar, Suzuki, Arozarena
Qualifying offers set the draft-pick compensation stakes for the winter's top free agents.
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Evan Carter has hip surgery, unlikely to be ready for Opening Day; Rangers to shop center field
Texas loses its starting center fielder into next season to a labral issue and impingement, prompting a search for outfield help.
ESPN · +11 outlets
Baker, Bochy, Maddon and Piniella headline Hall of Fame contemporary era ballot
Retired managers dominate the latest era committee ballot for Cooperstown consideration.
ESPN · +11 outlets
Brewers' Misiorowski among four World Series champs named MLB award finalists
Fresh off the franchise's first title, Milwaukee is heavily represented among BBWAA award finalists.
ESPN · +11 outlets
Orioles open to trade offers on most of roster; Alonso the lone untouchable
Baltimore enters the offseason signaling a broad rebuild-on-the-fly approach with only its first baseman untouchable.
Mlbtraderumors · +9 outlets
Astros interview Luis Urueta and Brad Ausmus in managerial search
Houston, with a new front office leader, is working through external candidates to replace its manager for 2027.
Mlbtraderumors · +2 outlets
Rays' Neander says team has every intention of keeping Drew Rasmussen
After exercising his $20M option, Tampa Bay signals it will hold its ace rather than trade him this winter.
Mlbtraderumors · +7 outlets
ESPN ranks top 50 free agents with contract projections as market opens
The free agent class launches with rankings and projected deals for the winter's biggest names.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Brewers celebrate first World Series title with citywide parade
Milwaukee marks the franchise's first championship, honoring the late broadcaster Bob Uecker.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Orioles decline Mountcastle option; release Kjerstad, who becomes free agent
Two roster decisions reshape Baltimore's first base and outfield picture heading into the offseason.
MLB.com · +13 outlets
Rangers president Chris Young says 2027 payroll will be similar to 2026
Texas signals no major spending increase despite an offseason of holes to fill.
Mlbtraderumors · +14 outlets
MLB sets Dec. 1 deadline for posted NPB stars amid lockout uncertainty
The posting calendar for Japanese players is being squeezed by the unresolved labor situation.
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Rays' Edwin Uceta undergoes arthroscopic shoulder surgery
The Tampa Bay reliever had a procedure last month, another blow to the club's pitching depth.
Mlbtraderumors
Reds' Clay Holmes declines player option, becomes free agent
The right-hander enters the open market rather than return on his contract option.
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